Head to head
Bateson 100LT vs Ifor Williams General Duty
The Bateson 100LT is rated 8.6 tonnes heavier gross and is 4.16m (13.5ft) longer inside.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Bateson 100LT is rated 8.6 tonnes heavier gross.
- Internal length: the Bateson 100LT is 4.16m (13.5ft) longer inside.
- Internal width: the Bateson 100LT is 97cm (3ft) wider inside.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 100LT | Ifor Williams General Duty | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 10,000kg | 1400kg to 2700kg depending on model |
| Internal length | 6000mm (20ft) | 1.84m (6ft) to 3.71m (12ft 2in) |
| Internal width | 2200mm (2300mm overall) | 1.23m (4ft) to 1.71m (5ft 6in) |
| Axles | Twin beam axles, cam brakes, leaf spring | Single or twin axle |
| Wheels/tyres | 400 x 60 x 15.5 | - |
Sources: Bateson 100LT, Ifor Williams General Duty. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 100LT if...
- you want one that is rated 8.6 tonnes heavier gross
- you want one that is 4.16m (13.5ft) longer inside
- you want one that is 97cm (3ft) wider inside
Bateson's largest livestock trailer, a 20ft tractor-drawn unit with a fully galvanised, demountable container. At 10 tonnes gross it suits livestock hauliers and farms moving full loads of cattle or sheep rather than the smaller trailers aimed at hobby keepers.
Listed by
- Liverseed Trailers - Preston, Lostock Hall, Penwortham
Buy or hire the General Duty if...
Ifor Williams's entry-level flatbed range, bought by householders, gardeners and small trades for tip runs, garden waste and general loads. It is the trailer most UK hire yards keep several of, since one size or another suits almost any small job.
Listed by
- John Page Trailers Ltd - Ashford, Biddenden
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson 100LT and the Ifor Williams General Duty?
The Bateson 100LT is rated 8.6 tonnes heavier gross and is 4.16m (13.5ft) longer inside. The Bateson 100LT is a tractor-drawn livestock trailer with demountable container, 20ft; the Ifor Williams General Duty is a small flatbed/general purpose trailer range.
Can I tow the Bateson 100LT or the Ifor Williams General Duty on a car licence?
Bateson 100LT is rated over 3,500kg gross, which is beyond what a car can tow in the UK.
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